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Chos Malal Airport

Chos Malal, Argentina

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Chos Malal Airport

Chos Malal, Argentina
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Gateway to northern Neuquén Province in Patagonian Argentina.

Location
Chos Malal, Argentina
Chos Malal Airport (IATA: HOS, ICAO: SAHC) is a small regional airport serving the city of Chos Malal, located in the northern part of Neuquén Province in Argentina's Patagonia region. It provides essential air connectivity for a remote area where road travel distances to major urban centers are considerable. The airport operates limited scheduled services, primarily connecting Chos Malal to Buenos Aires and other provincial destinations. It plays an important role in supporting the local oil and gas industry, agriculture, and government administration in the region. Due to its small size and low passenger volumes, the airport has minimal infrastructure but serves as a vital lifeline for communities in northern Neuquén, particularly given the challenging terrain and long distances involved in overland travel.
Terminals
The airport has a single small terminal building suited to its low regional traffic volumes.
Getting to & from
Ground transport between the airport and the city of Chos Malal is primarily by taxi or private vehicle, as the city is a short distance away.
Airlines here
LADE (Líneas Aéreas del Estado), the Argentine military airline providing subsidized regional services, has historically operated routes through Chos Malal.
Notable facts
  • ›Chos Malal is the capital of the Chos Malal Department in northern Neuquén Province.
  • ›The airport serves a region important for Argentina's oil and gas extraction industry.
  • ›LADE, operated by the Argentine Air Force, provides subsidized air services to remote Patagonian communities including Chos Malal.
  • ›The surrounding area features volcanic landscapes and Andean foothills.
  • ›Northern Neuquén's sparse population and difficult terrain make air access particularly valuable.
Wikipedia
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Gateway to Patagonia's northern frontier beneath vast Argentine skies

Chos Malal Airport serves the small city of Chos Malal in the Neuquén Province of Argentina, acting as a regional link for this remote Patagonian locality. The airport supports light commercial and charter operations connecting the area to larger Argentine hubs. Its strategic location near the Andes foothills makes it an entry point for travellers exploring northern Neuquén's volcanic landscapes and river valleys.

Terminals
  • Main Terminal — A small, single-building terminal handling regional arrivals and departures with basic passenger facilities.
Ground Transport
  • Taxi services available outside the terminal
  • Private vehicle transfers arranged through local operators
  • Car rental from local agencies in Chos Malal city
Nearby Hotels
  • Hotel Chos Malal
  • Hostería del Norte
  • Residencial Patagonia
Dining

Dining options within the airport are minimal given its small scale, with basic refreshments available when the terminal is staffed. Chos Malal city centre, a short drive away, offers local parrillas and cafés serving traditional Argentine fare including regional lamb and empanadas.

Traveller Tips
  • Confirm flight schedules directly with your airline as services to Chos Malal are infrequent and subject to change.
  • Arrange ground transport in advance as taxis at the airport are limited.
  • Carry Argentine pesos as card payment infrastructure in the region can be unreliable.
  • Check weather conditions before travelling as Andean winds can affect small regional flights.

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Encyclopaedia

Chos Malal Airport is a public use airport located 9 kilometres (6 mi) south-southeast of Chos Malal, Neuquén, Argentina.

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